Ultraviolet EDP

Rabanne by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud Original
77%

Ultraviolet - 451 EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Ultraviolet EDP
This Y2K classic is divisive by design. Ultraviolet is not for the faint of heart, but those who 'get it' swear by its unique violet-pepper-apricot blend for a truly unforgettable scent. Just watch out for that dodgy atomizer.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Ultraviolet - 451 EDP
No. 451 echoes Paco Rabanne Ultraviolet's spicy-powdery violet signature, but the osmanthus facet is muted and the amber-vanilla base reads simpler and less radiant than the original's distinctive glow.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Ultraviolet EDP
Ultraviolet - 451 EDP

Notes

Only in Ultraviolet
Pepper 20% Pimiento 18% Apricot 17% Coriander 16% Almond 15% Rosewood 14%
Only in Ultraviolet - 451
Pink Pepper 100%
Shared Notes
Violet 36% vs 57%
Osmanthus 21% vs 42%
Only in Ultraviolet
Rose 21% Jasmine 20%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 28% vs 47%
Amber 24% vs 52%
Only in Ultraviolet
Patchouli 24% Cedar 23%

Accords

Ultraviolet Ultraviolet - 451
100%
Violet Floral
99%
Powdery
70%
87%
Warm Spicy
30%
83%
Floral
55%
75%
Fruity
71%
Fresh Spicy
70%
Woody
63%
Fresh
56%
Aromatic
55%
Vanilla
Amber
45%
Violet Floral
100%
Powdery shared
99%
70%
Warm Spicy shared
87%
30%
Floral shared
83%
55%
Fruity
75%
Fresh Spicy
71%
Woody
70%
Fresh
63%
Aromatic
56%
Vanilla
55%
Amber
45%

Performance

Ultraviolet Ultraviolet - 451
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Ultraviolet

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its potent projection and longevity make it less suitable for office wear, but perfect for making a statement on a night out or during casual events. While some find it too strong for formal settings, its unique character works well for those wanting to stand out.

Ultraviolet - 451

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Also Works:
Office Date Casual Formal Sport

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
77%
Key Similarities

Both lean powdery, floral, warm spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Ultraviolet EDP
Ultraviolet - 451 EDP
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80ml
Perfume Click Cheapest 80ml £0.50/ml £40.00 Buy Paco Perfumerias £0.54/ml £43.17 Buy Fragrance Click UK £0.63/ml £50.50 Buy Escentual £1.19/ml £95.00 Buy
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